Years 10 and 11 follow a core curriculum of;

• GCSE English/ Literature
• GCSE Mathematics Methods/Numeracy
• GCSE Science- Double Award and Principles of Applied Science
• GCSE Information Technology
• R.E. Short or full course
• P.E
• Welsh full course
• PHSE

Students also choose to follow a range of subjects from the following GCSE and BTEC range:

• GCSE Art and Design (Fine Art)
• GCSE Biology
• GCSE Chemistry
• GCSE Computer Aided Design
• GCSE Drama
• GCSE Business Studies
• GCSE Health and Social Care
• GCSE History
• GCSE Food and Nutrition
• GCSE Music
• BTEC Music
• GCSE Physical Education 
• GCSE Physics
• GCSE Product Design
• GCSE Science
• IVET Sports 

The school works with the Youth Service who deliver Workskills programmes

The following courses are offered to level 1 pupils via Merthyr college:

• Motor Vehicle Maintenance
• Construction
• Hair and Beauty